Procedure

Exclusive Jurisdiction

/ ek-SKLOO-siv joo-ris-DIK-shun /

Definition

Sole authority of one court to hear a specific type of case.

Used in Context

“Bankruptcy courts have exclusive jurisdiction over bankruptcy matters.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: excludere, to shut out

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